Chicago Sun-Times - In-depth source for news, sports, business, showcase, classifieds and columnists such as Robert Ebert's Reviews.
Chicago Tribune - Extensive coverage of news and media, travel, the arts, business, sports, autofinder, news in education, weather, career finder and home listings.
National Public Radio - Current news, chance to discuss issues raised, affiliated with WBEZ FM, familiarizes you with the inside team of NPR, tells of upcoming programs and more.
Public Agenda Online - The inside source for public opinion and policy analysis, covering topics from abortion to social security, and issues are portrayed from multiple viewpoints.
Stateline.org - A resource designed for keeping in touch with what's happening in the states. Offers "Web-based journalism resource that covers the 50 state capitals - the people, issues, politics. Issues covered include education, health care, election reform, and taxes." This site is operated by the Pew Center on the States, a research organization administered by the University of Richmond, and funded by the Pew Charitable Trusts.
Time-Warner's Pathfinder - One of the Web's top news sites, as well as links to the latest business, entertainment and lifestyle headlines.
Subscription Sites
These Premium Search Databases are available to St. Charles Public Library card-holders only. Choose the particular database you want, then enter your St. Charles Library card number, which is the barcode number on the back of the card and PIN number. Do not use any spaces or dashes. From within the Library, the databases are available at the ELR computers. Databases include the following:
Newsbank Newsfile (1992-current)
News articles covering social, economic, environmental, government, sports, the arts, people, health and science issues and events from more than 500 U.S. regional and national newspapers, wire services, and broadcasts.
Chicago Tribune
Complete full-text content of local and regional news, including community events, schools, politics, government policies, cultural activities, local companies, state industries, and people in the community.
Chicago Tribune Historical Archive - (Only available from within the Library)
Images and full text of historical international, national, and regional events from 1870 on, such as major wars, prohibition, Great Depression, and historical Chicago. Full text of death notices and obituaries.